Why a stay in Martinique in 1 week ? When we decided to treat ourselves to a stay of1 week in Martinique, it would be dishonest to say that it was for cultural tourism ... No, if we chose the Martinique it is of course for a stay of idleness in the sun on its beautiful beaches !
But when I started to take an interest in this little piece of island, I said to myself that my 7 day program still had to plan a few no-to-be-missed visits. So my program of discovery of Martinique in 1 week is pretty cool because it alternates the moments of discovery with the moments of to relax. Which, in the end, turned out to be a good little one week of happiness in Martinique !
Martinique in 1 week - When to go to Martinique?
With a tropical climate, theMartinique Island only knows 2 seasons:
- The dry and sunny season (between 24 ° C and 26 ° C) which begins in early December and ends in early May;
- The wet season (between 26 ° C and over 30 ° C) which lasts from May to the end of November.
Of course, all tour guides and travel agents advise you togo to Martinique during the dry season therefore from December to early May. Indeed, even if the sun and the heat are very present during the wet season, the disadvantage between May and November is that there is a lot of precipitation and sometimes it is important and violent.
However, we took the risk ofgo there in the middle of august ! Indeed, we took advantage of a great promotion of tickets sold off at the last minute and we decided very quickly on a whim.
In the end, no regrets because the weather was very pleasant at the beginning of August. We had a lot of heat, still around 30 ° C and some beautiful tropical showers (very abundant but very short). The water was very hot but the sky was often cloudy. In addition, as it is considered low season, hotel prices are more attractive. In short, if we had to do it again, we would leave in summer.
Martinique in 1 week - Why choose Martinique?
This island in the middle of the Caribbean is described as a magnificent and gigantic tropical garden. His nickname " flower island »Confirms the richness and diversity of its vegetation. But its main asset remains above all its magnificent coasts bordered by splendid white sand beaches. This is obviously what motivated my choice for a short stay of1 week in Martinique. But it is its wild landscapes and its West Indian culture that make the difference with the other Caribbean islands. Go on a hike, discover tropical vegetation, taste lobsters in a small fishing village and bask with a glass of Punch under a coconut palm tree to the sound of the waves… This is what prompted me to choose Martinique to make the most of a week's vacation in the sun.
Martinique in 1 week - Where to stay?
After studying the characteristics of the different coasts of Martinique (Which coast to choose?), we decided to stay at The French.
But since our stay, it seems that the reception and the services of our hotel have deteriorated ...
Suddenly, I suggest 2 other ideal addresses to spend dream vacation in Martinique mais aussi pour visit Martinique (the 2 establishments being highly rated):
Martinique in 1 week - What transport?
The most practical is to rent a car. This allowed us to be completely free and to really go where we want and when we want.
A word of advice, book your car in advance on the Internet (via the comparator Skyscanner for example) because when we arrived it was impossible for us to find a single car for hire. It was during the Yoles race and all the cars were already rented. We had to go to the hotel by taxi and wait 2 days to find a vehicle!
For your trips, also be careful to leave very early in the morning and return late at night. Thus, you will avoid the endless traffic jams that Martinique roads suffer during rush hour ...
Martinique in 1 week - My program and itineraries
Day 1 - Arrival, installation and relaxation at the hotel
Day 2 - Relaxation
Day 3 - Discovery of the South of Martinique and its superb beaches
Stages of the program for the 3rd day
- Sainte-Luce
- Three Rivers Distillery
- Anse Figuier Beach
- Sainte Anne
- Salines Beach
Map of the 3rd day itinerary
Day 4 - Discovery of white backgrounds
Stages of the program for the 4rd day
Le François (15 minutes from our hotel), the islets François, Joséphine's bathtub
Map of the 4rd day itinerary
Day 5 - Discovery of the South-West of Martinique
Stages of the program for the 5rd day
Anse Noire beach - Anses d'Arlet village - Grande Anse beach - Petite Anse beach - Diamant Rock - Anse Caffard Memorial
Map of the 5rd day itinerary
Day 6 - Discovery of central Martinique
Stages of the program for the 6rd day
Fort de France, its Cathedral and its market - Jardin de Balata - Caravelle peninsula
Map of the 6rd day itinerary
Day 7 - Last relaxing day
Relaxing at the hotel - Last shopping - Airport for return to France
Martinique in 1 week - My impressions
Month routes and my Programs on 7 days Suits spent on this small island seemed to me well suited to combine relaxation and discovery. Indeed, I would have found it a shame to want to see absolutely everything in 1 week and thus miss out on the seaside pleasures offered by this destination. Especially since I intend to return there and thus be able to still discover other treasures of the Martinique !
Want to relax on heavenly beaches?
Here is my selection of most beautiful beaches of Martinique
Or why not a honeymoon in Martinique ?
Other ideas for dream destinations? Why not the Maldives, Seychelles (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) and the Reunion Island